Yes, you can wash reusable nappies with other clothes! In fact, many people do this to save time and energy. It is important to make sure that the water temperature in your washing machine is not too hot or cold when washing your reusable nappies in order to avoid damaging them. If the water temperature…
So you’ve decided to go down the reusable nappy route and suddenly you hit a wall of confusion when it comes to washing your nappies. Your cloth nappy journey is in danger of grinding to a halt. Should you use detergent, how much, which one? We talk you through all the options and pitfalls when…
If you’ve got a chunky baby then it’s important to get the right nappies for them. This is because some diaper brands will leave red marks on their skin or cause leaks. We’re going to talk about which nappies are best for your little one, whether reusable or disposables, and how they can help prevent…
Unlike disposable nappies which you can buy weekly, you need to buy your reusable nappies upfront and therefore you need to work out how many nappies you need. It’s a big investment and whilst the birth to potty nappies will last you until they are potty trained, you do need to consider what will last…
If you are coming to the end of your cloth nappy journey and are no longer using cloth nappies and have some old ones lying around, you might be asking yourself, what do you do with old reusable nappies? You have basically about 7 options, which include, selling them for a small profit; donating them…
If you are using a nappy bucket (dry pailing your nappies), then whilst you don’t have to have a mesh bag, we suggest that you do. If you are using a large wet bag to store your dirty nappies then no, you do not need a nappy mesh bag. The reason is you can put…
Are you looking for a way to save money on cloth nappies? Then consider buying used reusable nappies. But are they safe? Read below to find out. TLDR: Yes, second-hand cloth nappies are safe to use and buy, but there are some pitfalls to consider. You need to ensure the transaction is safe, that you…
Cloth nappy clothes are a must for cloth bums. They come in all kinds of shapes, styles and colours to suit your little one’s unique style! They are needed because cloth nappies tend to be fluffier than disposables! In summary, most clothing will be able to accommodate the thicker bottoms of cloth diapers. Using vest…
Whoop, if you are looking for a cloth nappy trial pack it means that you have done your research, crossed the i’s and dotted the t’s, and are ready to start a trial to get you on your cloth journey. We salute you! Now to find the perfect trial pack for YOU! It is recommended…
Numerous local governments are creating reusable nappy incentive programs to encourage parents to make the switch to cloth nappies. It makes sense for councils to raise awareness and have local councils try and reduce the disposables they have to deal with in landfills. It costs the government more than £81 million a year to process…
There are many reasons why people might use reusable nappies. Some parents may want to reduce their environmental footprint, while others simply enjoy the convenience of it. There is a lot that goes into choosing the right bag for your needs and we’re going to talk you through the essentials! What should I look for…
Yes, there is a thriving reusable nappy industry in Ireland, from retailers to libraries, from supportive groups to cloth nappy fairs, we give you the full lowdown on buying and using cloth nappies in Ireland. Reasons for growth – disposable nappies issues Parents today have huge environmental concerns about disposable nappies and their carbon footprint.…